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Acne & dryness

2015-10-08 07:15:17
I was having small acne all over my face specially over the forehead and near the nose so i consult a doctor. He prescribed me clindamycin phosphate gel USP 1% w/w and adapalene gel. After its application it has caused too much dryness over the affected region.Is it side effects or it is normal effects of the medicin??
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Hi clinda gel doesn't lead to that severe dryness... use moisturizing lotion for few days ... it l b fine...

Answered2015-10-09 06:46:18

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